The Suite: Scene Analysis

We see Tommy Devito repeatedly beating Billy Bates with a pistol from a low angle shot after Billy insulted Tommy by telling him “To go home and get your F***en shine box” in reference to Tommy’s old job cleaning shoes in “The Suite” a restaurant opened by Henry Hill. The low angle shot is used to make Tommy appear bigger, stronger and thus more menacing. The use of a red single source of light creates an effect where Tommy is covered in darkness along with red light; representing his violent nature. At the same time, we hear the song "Atlantis" by Donovan, which is reminiscent of the hippy culture which was at a high during the 60’s when the scene occurred. The message of the song talks about peace, love and creating a utopia where everyone